SSEN (Sheffield Social Enterprise Network)
Union St is a vibrant, community-driven co-working space that operates as a social enterprise, reinvesting all profits back into the business. One of the organisations based at Union St is Sheffield Social Enterprise Network (SSEN) which supports local organisations that put people and planet before profit. This social enterprise connects changemakers across the city, helping them grow ideas that tackle real-world problems.
Business fact file
Sector
Community and Public Services
Employees
4
Top jobs
Chief Executive Officer
As Chief Executive Officer, you would lead the way in helping social enterprises grow and succeed. You would make big decisions, create new partnerships and guide the direction of the whole organisation. You would meet with other leaders, speak up for the sector and help plan how to support more people through social enterprise. You would need to be confident, great at working with others and full of ideas to help make a difference in communities across Sheffield.
Event and Marketing Co-ordinator
As Event and Marketing Co-ordinator, you would organise exciting events that bring people together to learn, share and grow their social enterprises. You would also create posters, posts and videos to promote what the network does. Whether it’s planning a workshop or writing a newsletter, your job helps more people hear about and join the social enterprise network. You would need to be organised, creative and confident using digital tools.
Network Advisor
As a Network Advisor, you would help social enterprises get stronger by giving them expert advice and support. You might meet with a small business to help with a plan, give tips on funding or help solve a tricky problem. You would also help run programmes that give training and mentoring to people making change in their communities. You would need to be a great listener, good at explaining things clearly and care about helping others succeed.
Network Development Lead
As Network Development Lead, you would help more people join the social enterprise community in Sheffield. You would plan events, promote support opportunities and help build connections between organisations. You would also work with partners to grow the network and make sure everyone feels part of it. You would need to be great at building relationships, sharing ideas and bringing people together.
Fun fact: "Every week starts with ‘Baked Potato Monday’. Union St. provides the spuds and members contribute by providing a range of different fillings and toppings. It’s a great opportunity for everyone to sit down together, share stories and make new friends."